Malaysia provides two entirely different charter environments, making it one of the most varied yacht charter destinations in Southeast Asia. On the Andaman Sea side, Langkawi and the Mergui Archipelago offer duty-free provisioning, extraordinary island scenery and a well-developed superyacht infrastructure. On the South China Sea coast, the Perhentian Islands, Redang and the Tioman Archipelago provide some of the finest coral reef diving in the region, with visibility frequently exceeding 25 metres in the dry season.
Yachts available from 125,000 euros per week in Malaysia are typically 40 to 60 metres, with professional crews of eight or more and the range to cover both coastlines within a charter season. Langkawi is the most practical base on the Andaman Sea side, with a well-equipped marina, duty-free fuel and provisioning, and a sheltered archipelago of 99 islands immediately available for exploration. The island of Penang, with its UNESCO-listed heritage town of Georgetown, provides a cultural counterpoint a short passage away.
At 125,000 euros per week, the charter fee covers the yacht and crew. The Advance Provisioning Allowance of 25 to 30 percent covers fuel, provisioning and port dues. Duty-free fuel in Langkawi significantly reduces running costs compared to other Southeast Asian charter destinations. All-in weekly budgets typically run to 155,000 to 165,000 euros.
The Andaman Sea season runs from November through April. The South China Sea coast is best from March through September.
